MEDIUM
JEE Main/Advance
IMPORTANT
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C5H10 represents three isomeric alkenes A1,A2 and A3. Each on hydrogenation gives 2-methylbutane. A1 and A2 on oxymercuration-demercuration give the same 3° alcool. A2 and A3 on hydroboration oxidation give different 1° alcohol. Assign structures to A1,A2 and A3 and explain reactions.

Important Questions on Hydrocarbons

EASY
JEE Main/Advance
IMPORTANT
Hydration of 3-phenyl-1-butene in dilute H2SO4 is not a satisfactory method for preparing 3-phenyl-2-butanol, because 2-phenyl-2-butanol is obtained instead. Explain.